Brewery / taproom
Unclaimed profileOno Brewing Company
Chantilly, VA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Ono Brewing's self-serve wall puts you in control, pouring craft beers and a sparkling wine by the ounce with an RFID card. The Hawaiian-themed taproom rotates through 13 beers, from hefeweizen to hazy IPAs, with gluten-reduced options clearly marked. The tap list changes, so each visit offers something new. It's a hands-on, customizable way to taste through a brewery's range.
- What should I order?
- Start with Banana Hammock, a Virginia-wheat hefeweizen with banana and clove. For an IPA, Island Hopper offers heavy dry-hopping with Nectaron and Eldorado. Save room for Glera Frizzante, a crisp semi-sparkling wine, if you want a palate cleanser.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts who like sampling multiple styles will appreciate the self-pour format. Those with gluten sensitivities can find marked options. The interactive wall also suits groups wanting to taste at their own pace.
- When should I go?
- Mondays through Wednesdays offer 20% off growler fills and cans for take-home.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Beer runs $0.45 to $0.60 per ounce; wine is $1.25 per ounce. A 16-ounce beer averages around $8, and a 5-ounce wine pour is about $6.25, making it easy to control spending.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The self-serve wall with RFID cards is the centerpiece, letting you pour your own beer, wine, cider, and seltzer. The brewery's Hawaiian theme and on-site production add character. Gluten-reduced beers made with Brewers Clarex are a thoughtful touch.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Wine
Single Glera Frizzante on tap, a light semi-sparkling Italian wine. It's integrated into the self-serve system, offering a refreshing alternative to beer. Limited but well-executed for a brewery.
Menu strengths
- — Self-serve wine by the ounce allows tasting without committing to a full glass.
- — Glera Frizzante is crisp and dry, a good palate cleanser among heavier beers.
Standout selections
- — Glera Frizzante: 100% Glera grapes, aromas of green apple, citrus, and white flowers.
Pricing: $1.25 per ounce
Beer
Rotating tap list with 13 beers, including hefeweizen, stout, lager, and IPAs. Self-serve pours encourage exploration. Gluten-reduced options available. Prices are reasonable for craft beer.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse styles from German hefeweizen to hazy IPAs, catering to a range of tastes.
- — Self-serve system lets customers sample small pours and find favorites.
Standout selections
- — Banana Hammock: traditional hefeweizen with Virginia-grown wheat, banana and clove aromas.
- — Howzit: hazy IPA dry-hopped with Citra, Mosaic, and El Dorado, tropical fruit aroma.
- — Black Pearl: dry Irish stout with roasted barley and brown malt, coffee-like taste.
Pricing: $0.45 to $0.60 per ounce
Nonalcoholic
Only community mention of cream sodas; no first-party menu details. Likely limited non-alcoholic options beyond standard sodas.
Pricing: No pricing evidence
How it sits with the food
With the food vendor recently changed to The Roaming Coyote, expect Mexican-inspired fare that could pair with the coconut brown ale or the crisp pilsner. The hefeweizen's banana notes might complement spicy dishes.
Inebrious does not score kitchens, food or the restaurant overall. We review the beverage program only.
Community reviews
Anyone with a free Inebrious account can rate the drinks here. Community ratings are kept entirely separate from the Inebrious editorial score above.
No community reviews yet. Be the first to write one.